Clear Table of Contents
Jump straight to the section you need with an outline generated from your document headings.
Free Online Markdown Viewer
Open, read and edit Markdown documents in your browser — completely free, with no sign-up.
Open Markdown file
Drag & drop your Markdown file here
.md, .markdown or .txt · UTF-8 · up to 2 MB
- 100% free
- Files stay in your browser
- No sign-up
Your preview will appear here as you type.
How to View Markdown Online
Read and preview your Markdown documents in three simple steps.
Open Your Document
Choose a Markdown file, drag and drop it into the viewer, or paste your text to get started.
Preview Markdown
Read your formatted document in full screen. Use the table of contents to jump between sections.
Adjust Your View
Switch the reading theme, change the font size, or open split view to edit and preview side by side.
Features
Everything you need to read and preview Markdown in your browser.
Readable Markdown
Preview headings, lists, tables, task lists and footnotes, with syntax highlighting for common code blocks.
Local File Privacy
Your document stays in your browser. Its text is never uploaded, and embedded images do not load automatically.
Comfortable Reading
Choose a light or dark theme, adjust the font size and read in full screen. Open the outline when needed on mobile.
Live Preview
Edit Markdown in source or split view and see the formatted preview update as you write.
Completely Free
Read, search and edit without registration, credits or a subscription. Supports UTF-8 files up to 2 MB.
Choose Your Reading Mode
Preview, edit or compare — choose the view that works for you.
Preview
Give the formatted document the full reading area. Browse the table of contents or search the text to find what you need.
Split View
Edit the Markdown source alongside its preview. Ideal for checking formatting and reviewing changes on a larger screen.
Source
Work with plain Markdown to check syntax or write a draft. Switch back to preview to review the result. Changes stay in this page.
A Markdown Viewer for Everyday Documents
Read technical guides, review study notes and check your next draft.
README Files & Technical Guides
Review document headings, tables and code examples before sharing your guide. Code is displayed without being executed.
Notes & Study Materials
Read your Markdown notes in a clear layout and jump between topics with the outline. Adjust the theme and text size for longer reading.
Article Drafts & AI Responses
Paste a draft or an AI response to review its structure. Use source or split view to refine headings, lists and Markdown formatting.
Only open documents you are allowed to use. Links open their destination when clicked. Refreshing clears your document and edits; this reader does not store them.
Frequently Asked Questions
Get quick answers about our free online Markdown viewer.
Is this Markdown reader completely free?
Yes. Opening, reading, searching and editing are free, with no account, credits or daily quota. The 2 MB document limit helps keep the browser responsive.
Are my files uploaded?
No. This tool reads and renders document text in your browser. It does not upload the document or send its text to a processing service. The surrounding website still uses its normal site resources and cookie settings.
Which Markdown features are supported?
Common Markdown plus tables, strikethrough, task lists, footnotes and highlighted code blocks. Raw HTML is shown as text; formulas, Mermaid diagrams, MDX components and other extension-specific syntax are not rendered.
Why are images not displayed?
Images are blocked to avoid automatic requests to external image hosts. A single Markdown file also does not grant access to nearby images on your computer. Image descriptions remain visible as placeholders.
Can I view or edit the Markdown source?
Yes. Open Reading settings to switch between preview, split view and source. Edits stay in this browser page only; use your browser’s text selection and copy commands to keep any changes.
Will my edits still be here after refreshing?
No. Refreshing or closing the page clears the document and any edits. The original file on your device is never modified. Keep any source changes you need before leaving.